Best Traditional Mexican Restaurants in Newark

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Orale Mexican Kitchen - Jersey City

4.8

Exceptional(744)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Jersey City

Booked 24 times today

ORALE MEXICAN KITCHEN IN JERSEY CITYLocated in the heart of Downtown Jersey City, Orale is the perfect spot for Happy Hour, Taco Tuesday, Boozy Brunch, or an eventful Cinco de Mayo.Enjoy Authentic Food with a Twist at Our Mexican Restaurant in Jersey CityWhen you’re looking for a Modern Mexican food experience, you can get what you’re looking for at Orale Mexican Kitchen. We are proud to be one of the best Mexican restaurants in Jersey City, providing our customers with authentic food with a unique twist. Rather than limiting the menu at our local restaurant to traditional meals for dinner like tacos, burritos, and other options, we also offer a fantastic Mexican brunch that will keep you coming back for more. You’ll come for the food and stay for the fun atmosphere our Mexican kitchen provides, giving you the high-quality restaurant service you deserve.

2. Toloache-Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(7643)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Theater District

Booked 52 times today

Toloache-Midtown, located in the vibrant heart of New York's Theater District, is a gem for contemporary Mexican cuisine. Chef-owner Julian Medina's creative mastery shines in dishes infused with seasonal ingredients and an impressive variety of chilies. Guests rave about the "best ceviche" and "delicious, authentic & perfectly seasoned" meals, highlighting favorites like the lobster tacos and the unique pumpkin black truffle creamy rice. The guacamole and ceviche bar, alongside a wood-burning oven, adds a special touch to the dining experience. Reviews consistently praise the "outstanding food and service," making Toloache-Midtown a must-visit for a spellbinding Mexican culinary adventure.

3. Casa Bond

4.6

Exceptional(93)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • NoHo

Booked 11 times today

Casa Bond offers a vibrant dining experience, blending creative, modern Mexican cuisine with a chic, Bohemian atmosphere. Named one of "New York's Best New Restaurants of 2023" by the Financial Times, we’re known for standout dishes like Aguachile and Gobernador Tacos. Join us for an unforgettable meal that captures the essence of authentic Mexican flavors with a contemporary twist. Perfect for those seeking top-notch service, exceptional food, and a lively, artistic ambiance.

4. La Palapa

4.6

Exceptional(867)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • East Village

Booked 6 times today

La Palapa, nestled in the vibrant East Village of New York, is renowned for its authentic Mexican cuisine, crafting "Mexico City style" tacos and quesadillas that transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Mexico. Patrons rave about the "amazing salsas" and the "best authentic food" in the city, highlighting dishes like Tacos al Pastor and Mole Negro Oaxaqueno. The restaurant's atmosphere is described as warm and friendly, making it a neighborhood favorite for nearly 20 years. Their award-winning Margaritas, made with fresh juices and a unique chile-piquin salted rim, are a must-try. As one reviewer puts it, La Palapa is "still so consistent and delicious," making it the go-to spot for genuine Mexican flavors in NYC.

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5. Bitol Mexican Kitchen & Handcrafted Cantina Home

4.7

Exceptional(411)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional mexican • Clifton

Booked 8 times today

Step into Bitol Mexican Kitchen & Handcrafted Cantina Home in Clifton, where the cocktail bar experience elevates any outing to an exceptional adventure in taste. Lauded for its extensive handcrafted cocktail list, Bitol ensures each beverage is a masterpiece, blending tradition with innovation. Patrons rave about the "unique, presentation" and the "delicious" cocktails, highlighting how the drinks are "always made carefully" and are "never overly sweet." The cocktail bar at Bitol doesn't just serve drinks; it delivers an experience, complete with a vibrant atmosphere and welcoming staff that make each visit memorable. Whether it's for a casual happy hour or a special celebration, Bitol's cocktail bar is the place to be for anyone seeking a standout beverage experience in Clifton.

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6. Caliente Cab Mexican Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(442)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • West Village

Booked 31 times today

Caliente Cab Mexican Café is open for lunch, dinner and late-night meals. It also offers a weekend brunch featuring dishes like Mexican French toast and grilled eggs, as well as morning cocktails. Throughout the day, you can order from a list of traditional Mexican items such as fajitas, tacos and burritos. To complement your meal, add flavor to your dish with the freshly made salsa and guacamole.Caliente Cab Mexican Café provides a casual, bar-like environment. Along with a festive décor, it offers an outdoor patio space for dining with family or enjoying drinks like margaritas, mojitos or sangria with friends.We also do parties and catering for all occasions!

7. Spicy Burro

4.2

Awesome(6)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Elizabeth

Booked 5 times today

Dive into the heart of Elizabeth, NJ, where Spicy Burro stands as a beacon of Traditional Mexican cuisine. Praised for its "absolutely DELICIOUS" dishes, such as the Pecado de Chicarron tacos, Spicy Burro promises an authentic taste experience. Guests rave about the vibrant atmosphere and the quality of both food and service, with remarks like "the best place I love it" and "great food, mimosas refill nonstop, good music!" consistently highlighting the restaurant's excellence. Whether it's the strong, flavorful margaritas or the non-stop mimosas, every visit is a fiesta. Spicy Burro is not just a meal; it's a celebration of rich Mexican culture, right in the heart of Elizabeth.

8. Mole West Village

4.4

Awesome(82)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • West Village

Booked 6 times today

At Móle West Village in the heart of New York's bustling West Village, you'll experience Tex-Mex cuisine that dazzles and delights. Renowned for its authentic and sumptuous dishes, Móle offers everything from "Mexico City style shrimp ceviche that was to die for" to "superb brisket tacos" that keep patrons coming back. The "irresistible tableside guacamole," prepared fresh right before your eyes, embodies the restaurant's commitment to freshness and quality. Not just a treat for the palate, Móle features a cozy atmosphere and a "terrific outdoor seating" area, perfect for enjoying up to 125 varieties of tequila. According to one glowing review, "The cocktails are fire - perfectly crafted," making Móle not just a meal but an experience. A must-visit for anyone craving genuine Tex-Mex in NYC!

9. Tortaria

4.0

Excellent(107)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Union Square

Booked 3 times today

Tortaria, in the Union Square neighborhood of New York City, crafts specialty Mexican sandwiches and celebrates tequila cocktails in its bright and modern eatery outfitted with retro knickknacks. Tortaria’s main bill of fare is tortas, traditional Mexican sandwiches on fresh baked, ciabatta-like bread. Some of the most popular varieties include the slow-roasted pulled pork with Chihuahua cheese, avocado, roasted chipotle peppers and pickled onion, the panko-crusted chicken Milanesa with spicy black beans, Oaxaca cheese, chipotle mayo and cilantro and the torta beef burger, piled high with mozzarella, piloncillo tomatoes, jalapenos and chipotle mayo. Rolled and deep fried taquitos are the other staple at Tortaria, with flavors such as carne asada with tomatillo salsa and mahi lime tacos with citrus jalapeno remoulade being crisp and fresh choices.For a unique house cocktail, enjoy the house margarita with Conquistador tequila, triple sec, agave, and lime.

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10. La Diáspora Bar & Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(2)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional mexican • Chinatown

Booked 3 times today

Note: Our kitchen closes at 10pm, but the bar stays open late.Created by Alex Watanabe & Marcelo Baéz, La Diáspora is a bar & restaurant that celebrates Latin American culture in New York City. From the cuisine — with culinary nods to the century-old Caribbean presence, to the newer wave of Mexican, Central, and South American residents — to the ambiance — hand-painted tropical imagery, eclectic cumbia, salsa, merengue, and reguetón playlists — La Diáspora is a Alex & Marcelo’s love letter to the wonderful, unique, and ever growing Latin American community of NYC. With two separate dining rooms — each featuring 60+ seating capacity — plus a full, separate bar — with its own 35 seats — La Diáspora can accommodate over 160 guests in its approximately 5000 sq ft, and is available for private events, including large, family-style dinners, film shoots, panels, corporate mixers, weddings, and more.

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JonathanVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Mole is the sort of place you seek out in Mexico: Small, run by people who love it, based on traditional family recipes and ways. And it is aptly named. Mole is the acid test for a Mexican restaurant because it is hard to get right and when it is, it's fantastic. So was the mole at Mole, a sauce apparently prepared in Mexico and flown in. Not the spiciest I've ever had, but complex in the way mole should be. Don't miss it.
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Mole West VillagePrice: Moderate• Mexican• West Village
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4.4
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Eric
New York City •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
Dont judge a book by its cover. Ambience of dive bar. Shockingly great food. I had fried chicken sandwich which was really good. Better than most "top 10" chicken sandwiches I've had from around town. Buddy had a burger that looked good and he said was great. Only complaint was we could of used more fries. I gave my friend the option to go somewhere else more upscale looking when we got there, but we both decided to try anyways based on reviews. We will go again for sure. We also went at 3.00p on a Friday so it was rather quiet and slow which was great to chat.
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La Diáspora Bar & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Chinatown
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4.5
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Richard
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Took a chance for a last minute anniversary dinner. Great choice! Unbelievably creative cocktails, very attentive after, and really interesting Mexican menu. Taco appetizers were good, but the other dishes - mole enchilada and guava paste tostada - were exceptional. And the cocktail were so good we skipped dessert to indulge in one more round. Great little gem (in a funny strip mall). Highly recommend.
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Bitol Mexican Kitchen & Handcrafted Cantina HomePrice: Expensive• Mexican• Clifton
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4.7
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 22, 2024
Food was tasty, drinks were good. Not sure if A/C was low but it was a little warm in there but overall a great time.
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Spicy BurroPrice: Moderate• Traditional Mexican• Elizabeth
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4.2

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Orale Mexican Kitchen - Jersey City

2. Toloache-Midtown

3. Casa Bond

4. La Palapa

5. Bitol Mexican Kitchen & Handcrafted Cantina Home

6. Caliente Cab Mexican Cafe

7. Spicy Burro

8. Mole West Village

9. Tortaria

10. La Diáspora Bar & Restaurant

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